Bang! This is the opening gun of the regular season of table tennis WTT Doha, and it is also a surprise match. Liu Guoliang, the man of the year in the table tennis world, surprised everyone with his strategy in this competition. The main players of national table tennis, Sun Yingsha, Wang Chuqin and others were all absent from the singles competition, and for a while the fans were suspicious, frantically guessing what Director Liu was doing.
Looking at the field, I saw that foreign cooperation masters such as Zhang Ben Zhihe, Lin Yunru, Shen Yubin, etc. appeared one after another, like a rookie showdown. What is the profound meaning of Liu Guoliang's move? The fans ushered in the first climax of the game in the pre-match uneasiness.
Tomokazu Zhangmoto, the Japanese first brother, vowed before the game that he would take advantage of the absence of the master to win the men's singles gold medal and hit the world No. 1 ranking. His opponent turned out to be Darko, but Zhang Ben smiled proudly in the arena and vowed to defeat players from other countries, which made people can't help but raise a trace of anticipation for this seemingly ordinary game.
Fans expressed their support for Sun Yingsha in a pity, however, the broadcast became a hurdle. Why did CCTV 5 not broadcast the game? This puzzled the majority of middle-aged and elderly fans. Table tennis is the national sport, and fans are eager to see the game, but CCTV ignores it. Some people speculate that maybe Liu Guoliang sold the webcast of the general game, thinking of making some extra money. Well, how can you miss the matter of making money?
However, just when the fans were distressed by the broadcast, the men's singles match performed a wonderful peak duel on the stage. Lin Yunru, a master from Taiwan Province, and Tomokazu Zhangmoto of Japan are the first and second seeds, respectively, and many strong players such as Zhang Yuzhen, Lin Zhongxun, Falke, Japanese national champions Hayasuke Togami, and Lee Sang-so compete for the championship.
I didn't have time to think about it, so I made a prediction with great pride: the most important table tennis champion in 2024 is the men's singles gold medal at the Paris Olympics, and Tomokazu Zhang will be the biggest dark horse. Don't look at the jokes he had against Darko, but I bet he will be a big upset all the way, defeating Ma Long and Fan Zhendong 4-0 in a row to win the gold medal. This will be the most glorious page in the history of table tennis in Japan.
However, just as everyone was cheering for this prediction, the editor suddenly added some meaningful words: This is just my opinion, after all, the game is full of uncertainties. However, if it turns out to be my expectation, Tomokazu Haramoto will be the most successful player in Japanese history. This sentence immediately caused a lot of discussion.
Some people say that the editor's words are too bold and this prediction is too radical. After all, Ma Long and Fan Zhendong are both strong opponents, and Zhang Ben is too idealistic to beat them in a row. But the editor was unmoved, just smiled faintly, as if to laugh at those conformist views.
As the game progressed, the situation became more and more confusing, and the audience gradually immersed themselves in the fierce confrontation. However, at this critical moment, the editor once again inserted a topic: Perhaps, it makes sense that CCTV 5 does not broadcast. Liu Guoliang's business acumen is worth our attention. Isn't it to sell the webcast of a regular game precisely to stir up some ripples in this seemingly calm pond?
Some people like this kind of commercial method, some people dislike it, and some people even think that it is a kind of disrespect for table tennis, the national sport. However, business is a part of modern society, isn't it? Liu Guoliang's approach may only be a microcosm of the commercialization of table tennis. After all, without business, where would the exciting games come from, and where would the stars come from?
Whether CCTV 5 should broadcast the game is a controversial issue in itself. Is it for the fans, or for commercial interests? Or can the two be taken into account? Some people say that the national football should be broadcast by Chinese people, and outsiders should not be allowed to interfere, while others think that if there are better resources and platforms, why not broaden their horizons and attract more people's attention?
As the game progressed, the stage of the regular season of table tennis WTT Doha became more and more lively, and the focus of fans gradually shifted from Liu Guoliang's strategy and CCTV 5 broadcast to the game itself. Every game is a feast for the eyes and souls, and the fighting spirit of the players has inspired the emotional resonance of the audience.
Tomokazu Zhang's performance can be said to steal the limelight. Against Darko, he showed exceptional skill and confidence. This match became his first step towards the men's singles gold medal, and it also attracted the attention of countless fans. On the pitch, every return he makes is full of power, as if telling his desire to win. Off the field, the cheers of the fans and the applause converged into a strong force of support.
Lin Yunru, the master of Taiwan Province, is not to be outdone. He was impressed with his excellent skills and calm mentality in the game. The duel with Tomokazu Zhang became a contest of skill and wisdom, and every beat of them was like a gorgeous dance, which was intoxicating. This is not only a contest of ball skills, but also a battle of honor between the proud sons of the two countries.
In the audience, Sun Yingsha's absence did not diminish the enthusiasm of the fans. On the contrary, it seems to have become a unique way to support Sun Yingsha. Her virtuosity and tenacity have been deeply imprinted in the hearts of the fans, and even when she was not in person, her fans have let out loud shouts and enthusiastic applause to convey their love for her.
This remark caused quite a bit of controversy. Some people agree with the editor's opinion, believing that the new era needs new communication methods, while others insist that the national ball should be disseminated by Chinese people, and TV broadcasting is the most orthodox way. This controversy obviously does not have a clear conclusion, but it makes the discussion in the whole table tennis world more colorful.
In the men's singles competition, the audience witnessed fierce confrontations, and every player was trying their best to win glory for their country. Tomokazu Harimoto has gradually emerged from one victory after another, and his performances have made people look forward to his wonderful performances at the Paris Olympics. My prediction may be a bit bold, but in this fast-changing world, boldness is also a valuable quality.
The progress of the game, the controversy that CCTV 5 did not broadcast, and the wonderful performance of the players, all of this is intertwined to form a colorful picture. Perhaps, it is this diversity that makes the table tennis world full of vitality in the new era. For viewers, they may no longer just be accustomed to TV broadcasts, but are willing to find their own way to experience the charm of the sport on more media platforms.
Perhaps, it is this competition that allows us to see the future of table tennis, which is no longer limited to the traditional model, but has taken a brave step towards change. CCTV 5 has not been broadcast, maybe it is just a beginning, a signal that guides us to think about where the table tennis world will go in the future.
Regardless, the game continues, the players are still fighting for glory, and the fans will continue to cheer them on. Perhaps, the real winner of this competition is not only the winner of the gold medal, but also those who pursue their dreams in the competition. And this diverse and variable table tennis world will also be more exciting because of this.